Simple Ritual for the Winter Solstice, December 21st

December 21st is known for being the shortest day of the year, as the Winter Solstice falls on this date.

Jupiter, the planet of luck, good fortune, and expansion, and Uranus, famously known as the planet of rebellion, innovation, sudden change, and disruption, are currently in retrograde, enhancing the energy of this year’s Solstice. We can expect abundant support from the Universe to reflect on our past and identify the actions, attitudes, and beliefs that may require adjustment, paving the way for us to reach our desired destination.

Solstice is a time of reversals, a sort of cosmic turnover event. The energy during those times is especially beneficial in understanding and utilizing your past for a better future. Take a good long look at everything you’ve seen and experienced so far. These experiences will serve as your guide for the future. You need to analyze and learn from the past. As a result, you can determine which aspects of your past are essential for your future and which ones you can discard.

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Here is a simple Solstice Ritual that you can practice this December:

Ingredients needed

Any smudging tool you like, for instance sage or Palo Santo. Whatever seems best to you
Candle
A pen and paper

Directions

Step One

Light the candle and start your cleansing ritual. You need to cleanse your space as well as your aura through smudging. It helps if you recite a mantra alongside. Something like:

“I am cleansing myself of all my past expectations. I am cleansing myself of all that holds me back.”

Believing in the mantra is equally important.

Step Two

Stand still and take deep breaths. With every exhalation, imagine as if you are releasing all the old and stale breath from within you. Imagine every inhalation to be full of refreshing and rejuvenating new air. Keep your mind calm and repeat this step 6 to 7 times. As you continue this process, allow your thoughts to drift away, focusing solely on the rhythm of your breathing. With each cycle, feel the tension in your body dissolve, making space for clarity and peace.

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Step Three

Now try to introspect. Think about your past year. Think about what you thought you’d have achieved so far. Were you successful? If not, why? Don’t be harsh or judgmental toward yourself. Just observe everything. Think of the ways you could have done things better, but don’t belittle yourself for your mistakes. Instead, use this reflection as a stepping stone for growth. Embrace the lessons learned and consider how you can apply them to set more realistic goals for the coming year.

Step Four

Introspect a little more. Think about what kind of energy you want in your future. Do you want to be happier? More confident? More energized? More calm? Whatever it is, try to zone in on one kind of energy. And write it down. For instance:

“I want to feel more confident.”

Step Five

Now is the time to reflect on the current circumstances that are hindering your ability to feel comfortable and confident. Do you think it is because you are unable to prepare better for your tasks? Is your company making you feel underwhelming and not meeting expectations? Try to think of as many things as possible, and be sure to write them down. This exercise can help you identify specific areas for improvement and clarify your goals. Once you’ve pinpointed the obstacles, consider developing a plan to address them, which will empower you to move forward with greater assurance.

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Step Six

With this list in hand, think of possible solutions. If you think you don’t prepare for situations well, focus on hard work. If the problem is with your company, try to maintain some distance from such people.

Step Seven

Another thing you need to do is to make a list of things that do make you feel confident. It can be something as simple as cooking a particular dish exceptionally well. Or maybe when you put effort into dressing up for the day. Make a list of as many similar things as possible.

Step Eight

Focus on this list and think of how you can make these incidents more frequent. How can you incorporate the majority of these things in your daily life?

Step Nine

Now set an intention for your upcoming year. This intention should assist you in identifying the type of energy you desire. For instance, it could be something like,

“I’d devote 30 minutes every day to prepare myself for the next day so that no one catches me unprepared.”

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Step Ten

Now close your eyes, put your hand on your heart, and repeat this intention to yourself slowly. You also need to believe in your ability to make your intention a reality.

Trust the Universe.

Step Eleven

Now blow out your candle. Envision your intention being carried up to the heavens along with the vapors. You can also note down your intention and keep it somewhere where you’d see it every day.

Happy Solstice!

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